2004 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
