2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
