2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLS | Camry |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 563 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1621 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4638 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |