2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLK | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
