2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 710 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
