1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |
