2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | R | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |