1997 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 MG XPower.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
Model | SL | XPower |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |