2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Cressida |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |