2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |