2009 BMW 635 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 635.
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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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2009 BMW 635 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 635 | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |