2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | CLK | Croma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
