2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 173 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Wrangler | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |