1997 Jeep Icon vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 1997 Jeep Icon 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. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Icon is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Icon | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Icon | CLK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
