2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 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 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 970 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 32 L |
