2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 7 | CLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |