2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
