2007 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
