2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Nissan Quest 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 216 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 Nissan Quest, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |