2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.8 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |