2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 448 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
