2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 627 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |