2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model SL S
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 5506 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 800 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 2091 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 19.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 88 L


 

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