2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1991 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 91 kg more than 1991 Toyota MR2. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota MR2. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota MR2. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
