2011 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
