2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix

To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 244 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.

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 Toyota Matrix, 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 (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model CLS Matrix
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4663 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1882 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1417 mm 1549 mm
Wheelbase Size 2875 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 50 L


 

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