2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (605 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. (999 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SL | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 613 HP |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
