2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |