2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |