2006 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
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 (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |