2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 994 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLK | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1836 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
