1994 Daewoo Brougham vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daewoo Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daewoo Brougham would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Daewoo Brougham. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1994 Daewoo Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 458 kg more than 1994 Daewoo Brougham. 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. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1994 Daewoo Brougham has manual transmission. 1994 Daewoo Brougham will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daewoo Brougham | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | SL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
