2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
