2002 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |