2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLK | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |