2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 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 (260 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |