1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | CLK | Q3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |