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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1600 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 | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5460 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |