2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G8 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (361 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G8. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CL | G8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |