2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 603 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
