2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CL | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |