1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
