2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |