2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model CLK C
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2143 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 225 km/hour 218 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4606 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1459 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 66 L


 

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