2008 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 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 213 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 325 CLS
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 4663 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 240 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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