2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | CLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3222 cc | 6206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |