2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2316 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 | 96 L |