1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 BMW X6

To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2011 BMW X6
Make Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model CLK X6
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4266 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 480 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 779 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 2615 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4879 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1689 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 85 L


 

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