2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | CLK | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
