2009 BMW 130 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |