2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 761 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |