2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 544 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |