2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLK | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |