2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Venza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 474 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
