2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 907 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | CLS | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 119 L |
