1999 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 981 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |