2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2009 Toyota Highlander
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model C Highlander
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 511 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 73 L


 

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