2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercury
Model CLK Mountaineer
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4965 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 210 HP
Torque 460 Nm 345 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1626 kg 2011 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 85 L


 

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