2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
