1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model CLK C
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.7 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 209 km/hour 223 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 62 L


 

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