1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
