2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |