2007 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 632 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X5 | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
