2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 902 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | CLK | Freelander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |