2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 459 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
