2012 Toyota Prius V vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Prius V and 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Prius V | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prius V | SL |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
