2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. 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 44 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (500 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3221 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
