2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 131 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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 Vision (530 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vision | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
