1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (312 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
