2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 661 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
