2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
