2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

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 Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,459 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 234 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model CLK Avensis
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5459 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 382 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 60 L


 

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