2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Highlander | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
