2004 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,208 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 192 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 545 | CLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 631 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |