2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (323 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CLK | Camaro |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |