2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
