2007 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
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 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | CLC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
