2005 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
