2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 603 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |