2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,596 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |