2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
