2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | CLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |