2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (264 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 217 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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 (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Navara. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Navara 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.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | Navara |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |