1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
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 Volkswagen Eurovan, 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 Volkswagen Eurovan (279 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLK | Eurovan |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2930 mm |