2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (460 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
