2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 CLS (530 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
