2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2004 Italdesign Visconti has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Italdesign Visconti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Italdesign Visconti | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visconti | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
