1994 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 538 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
