2001 Ford Think Neighbor vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Think Neighbor would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (175 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Think Neighbor | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Think Neighbor | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 2670 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
