2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tundra | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |