2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2948 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |