1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | CLK |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |