1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |