2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | Vito |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |