2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger, 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 (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CL | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
