2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
