2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
