Mercedes CL 2010 vs BMW 4 series 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 5.5 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes CL) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW 4 series) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 517 HP | 258 HP | |
| Torque: | 830 NM | 560 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes CL is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes CL engine produces 259 HP more power than BMW 4 series, whereas torque is 270 NM more than BMW 4 series. Thanks to more power Mercedes CL reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.3 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres | 57 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 127 mm (5 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 4 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 4 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from thirteen 4x4 versions of BMW 4 series 2013 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 18 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes S klase, Mercedes SL | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X6 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 4 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 4 sērija 2013 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.07 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.36 m | |
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Mercedes CL is larger. Mercedes CL is 43 cm longer than the BMW 4 series, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes CL is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | 445 litres | |
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Mercedes CL has more luggage capacity. Mercedes CL has 45 litres more trunk space than the BMW 4 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.3 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CL is 0.2 metres more than that of the BMW 4 series. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`620 kg | 2`135 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`110 kg | 1`615 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 510 kg | 520 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 600 | 15 800 | |
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