2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Tacoma | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tacoma | V |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |