2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 504 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2375 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 3270 mm |
