1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 471 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK GTR | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6898 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 613 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 790 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |