2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | FXS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
