2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CLK | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
