2012 Dodge Journey vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 518 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey, 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 CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Journey | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Journey | CL |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
