2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 256 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | CLS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 295 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |