2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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 CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
