2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2012 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Holden Caprice. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Caprice.
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) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Holden Caprice | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | CLS | Caprice |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 278 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |