2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 229 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Mystique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |