2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |