2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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 R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLK | R8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
