2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Mark II |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |