2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SL | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |