2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | CLK | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
