2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CLS | Fusion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |