2004 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
