2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 339 kg more than 2010 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |