2006 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
