2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLS | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4395 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |