2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4Runner | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
