2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Previa |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2900 mm |
