2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 335 more horse power than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 2012 Toyota 4Runner
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model SL 4Runner
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5980 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 605 HP 270 HP
Torque 1000 Nm 376 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2830 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1885 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 87 L


 

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