2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 796 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |