2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 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 205 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 631 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CLS | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
