2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 445 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |