2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2009 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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 (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLK | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 474 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |