2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outlander | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2374 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
