1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Toyota Will is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Will |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
