2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
