2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
