2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G and 2008 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
