2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model CL 4Runner
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5513 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 831 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 95 mm
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2185 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 87 L


 

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