2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3722 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |