Porsche Panamera 2014 vs Mercedes CLA 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 300 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 650 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Porsche Panamera is more dynamic to drive. Porsche Panamera engine produces 164 HP more power than Mercedes CLA, whereas torque is 350 NM more than Mercedes CLA. Thanks to more power Porsche Panamera reaches 100 km/h speed 3.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 50 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mercedes CLA) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Porsche Panamera) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mercedes CLA 2014 2.1 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM651 is a 1.8–2.2-liter diesel engine used in models such as the 180 CDI and 200 CDI. It is known for good efficiency and strong durability, and well-maintained engines often exceed 400,000–500,000 km. The design includes a cast-iron cylinder block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a combined timing drive that ... More about Mercedes CLA 2014 2.1 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.02 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.93 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.43 m | |
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Porsche Panamera is larger, but slightly lower. Porsche Panamera is 39 cm longer than the Mercedes CLA, 15 cm wider, while the height of Porsche Panamera is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 445 litres | 470 litres | |
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Mercedes CLA has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Porsche Panamera uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Porsche Panamera is 1 metres more than that of the Mercedes CLA, which means Porsche Panamera can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`500 kg | 2`005 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 30 400 | 12 200 | |
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