2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 749 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CLK | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
