2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLS | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
