2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tacoma | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |