2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E500 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |
