2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 708 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 SL (460 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SL | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
