2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 381 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |