2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Hilux. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
