2003 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Mark II | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark II | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
