2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
