2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora 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 571 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | CLK | Evora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
