2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 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 320 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |