2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Renault Espace

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2007 Renault Espace 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2007 Renault Espace
Make Mercedes-Benz Renault
Model CLK Espace
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 83 L


 

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