2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mustang | CLK |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |