2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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 1095 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3.
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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLC | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
