2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | SL | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
