1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 375 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | CLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |