2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 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 167 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |