2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |