1993 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
