1999 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | V | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3090 mm |
