Porsche Panamera 2011 vs Mercedes CLA 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 250 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 550 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Porsche Panamera is more dynamic to drive. Porsche Panamera engine produces 114 HP more power than Mercedes CLA, whereas torque is 250 NM more than Mercedes CLA. Thanks to more power Porsche Panamera reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Porsche Panamera engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 2 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes CLA might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| 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: | 4.97 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 34 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 | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1263 litres | no data | |
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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. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`500 kg | 2`005 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`880 kg | 1`525 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 620 kg | 480 kg | |
| Porsche Panamera load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 23 procentiem more than Mercedes CLA. Therefore, Porsche Panamera is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 22 200 | 12 200 | |
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