2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Toyota Ipsum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
