2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 832 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
