2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. Both 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 167 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLK | CLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |