2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vanquish | CLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
