2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1308 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CLC | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
