2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
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 G (700 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 57 L |
