2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Highlander | CLS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |