2000 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz V | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | V | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |