2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | CLK | Aurora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |