2012 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai ix35 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 558 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 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 all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | CL | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2640 mm |
