2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (500 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3227 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
