2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 370 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2415 mm |
