2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 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 6,207 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 370 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
