2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
