2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 200 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |