2009 BMW 125 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 99 L |
