2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Donkervoort D8 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | D8 | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |