2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster 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 350 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
| Model | CLK | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2352 mm |
