2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
