1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 86 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
