2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 5 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 164 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 883 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLK | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |