2012 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | CL | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 799 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
