2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |