2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz G and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 208 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
