Originally Posted by
Thirteendog
I believe the C class chassis is very similar to the slk r170 chassis. I've driven one and other than the narrower tires handles pretty much the same. As far as winter driving is concerned you can always throw a couple bags of kitty litter in the hatch area and even if you do get stuck you've got something on board to help you get out.
Good points, except for one thing:
Dog food > Kitty litter
With dog food on the ground, you will attract dogs. And no other species is more useful in a blizzard than a pack of dogs. Hook a team of Schnauzers to the front tow-hook and you'll be outta there in a jiffy. It's what they do in Alaska.