2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (203 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLS | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |