1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 618 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (430 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK LM | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 664 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |