2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
