2010 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 244 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ML | CLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2134 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
