2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
