2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
