2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (450 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 589 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CLK | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 450 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
