2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 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 235 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 616 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |