2006 Mercedes-Benz CK vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Mercedes-Benz CK (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CK | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
