2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP) has 323 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 388 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mountaineer | SLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 563 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 649 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |