2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | CLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3498 cc |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |