2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 427 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |