2010 Toyota Tundra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 428 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Tundra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tundra | SL |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |