2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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 CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
