2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 126 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 (460 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
