2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 BMW 325

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 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 208 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 294 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2010 BMW 325
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model CLS 325
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4663 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 238 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1596 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1882 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1417 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2875 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 61 L


 

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