2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (367 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | CLS | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |