2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 101 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yaris | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 96 L |
