2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325 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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLS | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |