2009 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 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 150 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4965 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |