2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Volvo V50
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 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
