2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | CLS | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
