2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | Venza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
