2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Toyota Venza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 269 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |