2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tundra | SL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |