2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 255 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SL | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |