2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 616 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
