2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 302 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Marauder. (431 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLK | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
