Mercedes CLS engine produces 7 HP more power than Chevrolet Camaro, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Chevrolet Camaro. Despite the higher power, Mercedes CLS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
8.2
Fuel tank capacity:
50 litres
72 litres
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
350'000 km
350'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
9 years
13 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes GLC, Mercedes GLE
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Chevrolet Camaro might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
yes
no
The Mercedes CLS engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Dimensions
Length:
5.00 m
4.78 m
Width:
1.89 m
1.90 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.35 m
Mercedes CLS is 22 cm longer than the Chevrolet Camaro, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes CLS is 7 cm higher.
