2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 614 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 249 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
