2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLK | 960 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |