2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 2995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2015 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |