2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1193 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CLC | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
