2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2004 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
