2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1041 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
