1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 805 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caldina | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3165 mm |
