2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 120 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |