2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (264 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Tundra 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:

2002 Toyota Tundra 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Toyota Mercedes-Benz
Model Tundra CLS
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3400 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 187 HP 264 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2875 mm


 

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