2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 950 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Echo | CLS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2875 mm |
