2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |