2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |