1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | CLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
