2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. Both 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1998 Westfield ZEI are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 945 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
Model | CLK | ZEI |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |