1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 859 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK GTR | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
