2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | CLK | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
