2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2005 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SL | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
