2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (441 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E500 | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
