2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLK | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |