2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
