1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1997 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 Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Mercedes-Benz E 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model E Tundra
Year Released 1997 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.7 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 2561 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5810 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3221 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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