2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 201 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |