2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |