2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Land Cruiser | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2585 mm |
