2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CLC | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
