2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 87 L |