2006 Mercedes-Benz CK vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK (522 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CK | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
