2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 149 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Hilux | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Hilux | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2874 mm |