2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tundra | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2560 mm |
