2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Chevrolet Camaro 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Camaro CLK
Year Released 2012 2006
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 426 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1867 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4836 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1918 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1389 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2852 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 62 L