2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 CLK (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLK | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |