2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
