2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 471 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tundra | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 661 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |