2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |