2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | CLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |