1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK | NP300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |