2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet Corvette 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Corvette CLC
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5664 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 483 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 62 L


 

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