2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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 E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |