2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
