2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E500 | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |