2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2006 Volvo C70 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 90 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLK | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
