1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bandeirante | E |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |