2000 Ford Artic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 397 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Artic | CLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
