2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 675 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | CLK | Spider |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |