2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 CLS (365 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |