2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 794 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo 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 | 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CLS | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
