2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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 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 62 more horse power than 2013 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | CLK | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
