2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
