2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 3,498 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 E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 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 E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLK | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |