2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Highlander | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |