1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Windom. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Windom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Toyota Windom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Windom. (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Windom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Windom |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
