2009 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
