2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Drifter | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2604 cc | 3199 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1810 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |