2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLK | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
