2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. Both 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Morgan 4 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CLK | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
