2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K and 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 200 K | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 350 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLC | CLC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
