308 PSE vs Benz CLS 450
Peugeot · Mercedes-Benz
1/4 Mile winner
308 PSE
Beats the Benz CLS 450 by 0.20s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 308 PSE beats the Benz CLS 450 comfortably, finishing 0.20 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 308 PSE thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
360 hp
362 hp
0–100 km/h
5s
5.2s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
Hybrid I4
V6
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
520 Nm
500 Nm
Price
$55,000
$70,000
Simulated race times
Distance
308 PSE
Benz CLS 450
100 m
5.836s
5.940s
1/8 mile
8.629s
8.775s
1/4 mile
12.977s
13.179s
1 km
23.281s
23.575s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 308 PSE is $55,000 vs $70,000 for the Benz CLS 450 — a $15,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: 308 PSE is 0.20s quicker (5s vs 5.2s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 308 PSE or the Benz CLS 450?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 308 PSE is faster, beating the Benz CLS 450 by 0.20 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 308 PSE vs the Benz CLS 450?
The 308 PSE hits 100 km/h in 5 seconds, while the Benz CLS 450 does it in 5.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 308 PSE produces 360 hp; the Benz CLS 450 produces 362 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 308 PSE tops out at 250 km/h, and the Benz CLS 450 reaches 250 km/h.
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