2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz S and 2004 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |