1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
