2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | ML | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |