2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 743 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Corolla |
Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4917 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2470 mm |