2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 7 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 905 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | CLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |