2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. Both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL are equipped with a 5,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 530 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLK | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
