2009 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
