2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lancer | CL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
