2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Ginetta G34 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34. 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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2005 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2005 Ginetta G34 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 Ginetta G34 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G34 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
