2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Mazda 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadster | CLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 69 L |
