2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2011 Fiat Grande Punto and 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grande Punto | CLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |