2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 422 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |