2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 206 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 (460 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
