2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2012 BMW X5

To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.

Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2012 BMW X5
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model CLC X5
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2830 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4854 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2933 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 85 L


 

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