2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz S and 2007 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |