2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (249 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
| Model | CLK | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
