1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 73 L |
