2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLS | X1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
