2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | SL |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |