2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
