1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caldina | V |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |