2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FJ Cruiser | CLK |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |