2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 396 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Washu | CLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
