2001 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2001 Acura MDX and 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MDX | SL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |