2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1062 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.
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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
Model | CLK | Navigator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2683 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |