Mercedes CLK 2006 vs Peugeot 407 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes CLK) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Peugeot 407) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds | |
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Mercedes CLK is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes CLK engine produces 48 HP more power than Peugeot 407, but torque is 80 NM less than Peugeot 407. Thanks to more power Mercedes CLK reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.3 | 5.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.1 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km | |
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The Peugeot 407 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes CLK consumes 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 407, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes CLK could require 360 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes CLK consumes 3.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 407. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 67 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 740 km in combined cycle | 1130 km in combined cycle | |
| 610 km with real consumption | 1030 km with real consumption | ||
| Peugeot 407 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Peugeot 407) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes CLK) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 440'000 km | 520'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Peugeot 407 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes SLK | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Peugeot 308, Citroen C5, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 407 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes CLK 2006 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ... More about Mercedes CLK 2006 1.8 engine Peugeot 407 2007 2.0 engine: The 2.0 HDI (DW10BTED4) engine is reliable and durable, with few issues in its mechanical components, but it does have some recurring problems. Early models featured a short camshaft timing chain that was prone to ... More about Peugeot 407 2007 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.65 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.40 m | |
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Mercedes CLK is smaller, but slightly higher. Mercedes CLK is 17 cm shorter than the Peugeot 407, 13 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes CLK is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 435 litres | 400 litres | |
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Mercedes CLK has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes CLK has 35 litres more trunk space than the Peugeot 407. The Peugeot 407 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CLK is 0.9 metres less than that of the Peugeot 407, which means Mercedes CLK can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`020 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | below average | |
| Mercedes CLK has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 407 has serious deffects in 40 percent more cases than Mercedes CLK, so Mercedes CLK quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 2000 | |
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