2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2683 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |