2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
