2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 535 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |