2002 Toyota Will vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Will. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Will 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Toyota Mercedes-Benz
Model Will E
Year Released 2002 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 200 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1805 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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