1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
