2006 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 530 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |