2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.
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 SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Boxer has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SL | Boxer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
