2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tacoma | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
