2007 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 335 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 335 CLC
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 62 L


 

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