2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | R | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2370 mm |