2006 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |