2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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 | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |