1990 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | G | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |