2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKS is newer by 2 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 5,512 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 237 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 302 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lincoln MKS, 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 (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
| Model | CL | MKS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
