2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLK | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
