2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Mercury Montego were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4964 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 282 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1663 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |