2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CL | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |