2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLK | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |