2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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. Both 2009 BMW 530 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 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 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.

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 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 530 CLK
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 7.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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