2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
