2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 429 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |