2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 474 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |