2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (1,001 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
