2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (301 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
