2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,683 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CLK | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
