2005 Toyota Avalon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Avalon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalon | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |