2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLS | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
