2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 780 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | CLS | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |