2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Morgan Plus 8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
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 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | CLK | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2683 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |