2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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 S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
