2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 331 kg more than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 226 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |