2010 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tacoma | SLK |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |