2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 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 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CLK | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
