2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 474 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
