2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
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2002 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tundra | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2915 mm |