2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.

Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2012 Land Rover Freelander
Make Mercedes-Benz Land Rover
Model CLK Freelander
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 245 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2670 mm


 

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