2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avensis | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1880 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
