2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLS | X670 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2815 mm |