2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLS | 523 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6206 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |