2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 616 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |