2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLS | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |