1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna

To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1998 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (216 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (311 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK 1998 Toyota Sienna
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model CLK Sienna
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 216 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 279 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1705 kg
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2910 mm