2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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 CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daewoo |
Model | CLS | Rexton |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2830 mm |