2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tacoma | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
