2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2000 Peugeot 806 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 806 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CLK | 806 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
