2012 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | CLS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |