2002 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |