2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Hilux | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |