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 642 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 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3700 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 |