2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Prius, 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |