2008 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 2 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
