2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Saturn Sky

To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2009 Saturn Sky were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.

Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Sky 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 2009 Saturn Sky
Make Mercedes-Benz Saturn
Model CL Sky
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5461 cc 2384 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 377 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km