2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |