2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 BMW 130. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 474 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |