2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLS | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
