2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
