2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 6 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |