2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 419 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
