2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 487 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CLK | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
