2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |