2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model E500 Tundra
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 544 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1919 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5329 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1935 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3220 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.8 L/100km 12.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 16.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 100 L


 

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