2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 CLK (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLK | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |