2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz S and 2008 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 825 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3311 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
