2006 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 1 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |