2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 79 L |
