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 208 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 269 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 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 | 2146 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 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 |
