2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
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 Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,964 cc, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLK | Sable |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 2982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1565 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
