1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
