2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1369 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CLK | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |