2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, both vehicles can yield 600 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model C CLS
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 454 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1936 kg
Vehicle Length 4724 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1796 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2766 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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