2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
