2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn Vue, 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 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | CLK | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |