2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |