2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2001 Ginetta G34 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2001 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2001 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ginetta G34 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G34 | CLK |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 460 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |