2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |