2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLK | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |