2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 240 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLK | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2683 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |