1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 1998 Mazda 323 and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 323 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | CLK |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |