2007 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4917 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |