2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panda | CLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |