2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | SL | Nitro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |