2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2007 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (245 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLK | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2686 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |