2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz E and 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | CLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
