2001 Toyota Will vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, 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 CL (799 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Will | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Will | CL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 799 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |