2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 570 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Land Cruiser | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
