2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 6 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLK | SLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
