2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Twingo 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 343 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
