2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | CLK | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |