2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, both 2012 Ford Mondeo and 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 725 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Ford Mondeo 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Mondeo CL
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 432 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.6 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 5095 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2954 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 90 L


 

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