2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 216 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 E | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
