2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 175 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CLK | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
