2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 839 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | CLS | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
