2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLC | X1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |