2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 740 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Prius | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prius | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
