2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
