2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |