2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CL | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |