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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
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 | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |