1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
