2009 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 Acura MDX and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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 CLS (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MDX | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |