2001 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. 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 91 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | SL | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2807 mm |
