2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |