2000 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 320 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | CLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |