2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2012 Renault Modus 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2012 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 772 kg more than 2012 Renault Modus. 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 2012 Renault Modus. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Modus. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Modus 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 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | Modus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
