2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 122 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
