2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | CLK | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |