2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |