1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
