2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | CLK | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |