2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3722 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |