2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
