2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | CLK | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
