2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Celsior |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |