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


 

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