2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 5 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 348 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLS | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
