1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Toyota Condor.
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 @ 2700 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1812 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
