1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 328 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CLK | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
