2010 Toyota Hilux vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 31 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Toyota Hilux | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Hilux | E |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |