2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rexton | CLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2875 mm |
