2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 13 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (128 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 74 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
