2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quantum | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
