1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1999 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. 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 Volvo S80, 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLK | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |