2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | CLK | Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |