2006 BMW 118 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (312 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
