2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |