2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanza | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
