2004 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
