2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | CLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |