2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 40 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | CLK | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
