2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
