2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLS | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
