2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Toyota Tundra and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (131 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tundra | A |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
