2008 BMW 135 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 135 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |