1999 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Quantum |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |