2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,683 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |