2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RAV4 | V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
