2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avensis | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
