2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4Runner | SLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
