2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 397 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota RAV4, 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 (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 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 Weight | 1955 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
