2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
