2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Tundra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |