2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 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 70 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Equus. (423 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Equus. (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | SL | Equus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
