1999 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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. Both 1999 Honda Accord and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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 (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | CLK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |