2007 BMW 118 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | CLC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
