2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 138 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
