2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna, 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 CLK (510 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |