2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
