2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 638 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (499 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | CLK | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
