2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover. (370 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 (800 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover. (508 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | SL | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1835 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2922 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
