1997 Ford Galaxy vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 1997 Ford Galaxy and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1997 Ford Galaxy and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 179 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Galaxy | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxy | CLK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
