2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 846 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
