1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |
