1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 241 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK GTR | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6898 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 613 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 790 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |