2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 291 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |