1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | CLK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
