2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Altezza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
