2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2007 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |