2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLK | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |