2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 444 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (311 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
