2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 Weight | 1960 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
