2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz C 2007 Toyota Hilux
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model C Hilux
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 2494 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 93.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 229 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 18.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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