2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Toyota MR2

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (190 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 874 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 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.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2005 Toyota MR2
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model E MR2
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4966 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 992 kg
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 48 L


 

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