2004 Audi TT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2004 Audi TT and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Audi TT.
Because 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2004 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi TT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TT | CLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |