2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 301 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CLK | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
