2001 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

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 (460 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Acura Mercedes-Benz
Model NSX CLK
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 480 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 460 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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