2006 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745.
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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | CLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |