2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tundra | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
