1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 303 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CLK | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
