2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 99 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1834 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |