1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,683 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | CLK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
