2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |