2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5982 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
