180SX vs CLA 250 4MATIC

Nissan · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner

CLA 250 4MATIC

Beats the 180SX by 0.09s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the CLA 250 4MATIC beats the 180SX by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the CLA 250 4MATIC thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

205 hp

221 hp

0–100 km/h

6.8s

6.7s

Top speed

240 km/h

Engine

2.0L Turbo Inline-4

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

275 Nm

350 Nm

Price

$35,000

$45,000

Simulated race times

Distance

180SX

CLA 250 4MATIC

100 m

6.695s

6.650s

1/8 mile

9.854s

9.791s

1/4 mile

14.717s

14.629s

1 km

26.011s

25.881s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: 180SX is $35,000 vs $45,000 for the CLA 250 4MATIC — a $10,000 gap. Power: CLA 250 4MATIC makes 16 hp more (205 vs 221).

FAQ

Which is faster, the 180SX or the CLA 250 4MATIC?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the CLA 250 4MATIC is faster, beating the 180SX by 0.09 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 180SX vs the CLA 250 4MATIC?

The 180SX hits 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, while the CLA 250 4MATIC does it in 6.7 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 180SX produces 205 hp; the CLA 250 4MATIC produces 221 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 180SX tops out at 240 km/h, and the CLA 250 4MATIC reaches 240 km/h.

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