2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 4494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3040 mm |
