2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | CLC | Commander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
