2004 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2004 BMW 330 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | CLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |