2002 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Land Cruiser | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3165 mm |