2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 574 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |