I would not say that Clint won the championship, I would say that Carl lost the championship. Clint is not ever on the same tier driver wise that Carl is. Think, Just a few years ago, Carl was stocking shelves at a grocery store when called to come race a truck, and ever since he has been a consistent winner, he is a natural. Clint on the other hand has raced all his life and even though he has made it to the top series, his stats are no more impressive then Casey Atwood. I dont think Clint could be the gum on the bottom of Carl's shoes, ever that gum has more talent.
Carl's All Time Stats 2003-2008 Full Time Seasons
Cup 15 wins
Busch/Nationwide 21 wins
Truck 6 wins
Clint's All Time Stats 2005-2008 Full Time Seasons
Cup 2 wins
Busch/Nationwide 6 wins