2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL are equipped with a 6,208 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 552 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 630 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.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLK | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 877 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |