2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLS | 318 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4917 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |