2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | CLK | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
