2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 406 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | CLK | BRZ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1259 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |