2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 96 L |
