2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 307 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
