2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 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 350 more horse power than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 616 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |