2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLK | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
