2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 251 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLK | Milan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
