2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 735 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
