2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 780 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 798 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CLK | Capa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
