2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz E 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model E CLK
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 202 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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