2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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. At 4,966 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
