2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SL | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 998 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |