2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |