2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLK | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 877 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1793 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |