1994 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
