2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | CL | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |