1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT 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 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLK | TT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
