2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz G and 2007 Toyota Fortuner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | G | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2255 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |