2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 128 kg more than 2002 Holden Monaro.
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 (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | CLK | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
