2005 MCC Crossblade vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Crossblade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Crossblade would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 721 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Crossblade | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossblade | CLC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2720 mm |
