2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (225 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |