2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
