2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. 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 356 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | CLS | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
