2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
