2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |