1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta
To start off, 2000 Toyota Caserta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Caserta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 954 kg more than 2000 Toyota Caserta. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (140 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Caserta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Toyota Caserta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Caserta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 936 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
