2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 BMW X5 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 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, 2009 BMW X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X5 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |