2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Honda HR-V 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 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V 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.
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2005 Honda HR-V | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | HR-V | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |