2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (306 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
