2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2007 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 510 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
