2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 930 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 SLK (510 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
