1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1999 Acura EL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 421 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Acura EL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
Model | CLK | EL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |