2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 Ford Flex, 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 (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CL | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
