2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camry | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
