1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 184 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SL | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
