2007 BMW 130 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 89 L |
