1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 419 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 471 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK GTR | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 613 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 790 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
