2010 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4727 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
