2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora 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 276 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | CLK | Evora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2047 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1229 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2575 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |