2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (429 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 42 kg more 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
